New Year’s Eve Superstitions for Love, Money, and Travel

When you picture New Year’s Eve, you probably think of the ball dropping in Times Square, social gatherings and fireworks. Well, NYE 2022 is unlikely to see a change in these traditions. However, our obsession with New Year’s Eve superstitions allows us to believe the changing of the years might bring good luck.

Throughout history, this landmark date on the calendar provides everybody the opportunity to start afresh. New Year’s Eve superstitions come in many shapes and sizes; some are brilliantly wacky, others more practical in nature. Whether you believe they will come true or are worried they won’t, don’t be surprised at the stroke of midnight if you see some bizarre behaviors on display.

For most, the three core New Year’s Eve superstitions never change; to be blessed with love, wealth and adventure. So, while you may have a few annual superstations of your own, if they didn’t work last year, we have a few new ones for you to try this NYE 2022.

Are you looking for love in the New Year?

If you’re fortunate enough to already be in love, count yourself lucky. For singles, the dawning of a new year can mean their romantic fortunes will change. Yes, online dating is a practical solution, but as New Year’s Eve superstitions go, kissing someone at midnight means you’ll meet the partner of your dreams in the new year.

Who knows if the person sharing this kiss will be “The One” in the new year, but as the rules of superstitions go, you’ll never know if you don’t try.

These New Year’s Eve superstitions will make you rich!

It’s likely that since the invention of the calendar, there have always been New Year’s Eve superstitions promising improved wealth and prosperity.

The most common of all the wealth-orientated New Year’s Eve superstitions is to be carrying money at midnight. Believers consider this superstition will provide positive financial outcomes in the new year. So, make sure you leave a few dollars in your purse or wallet, just in case.

Alternatively, if you’re a fan of Mardi Gras and New Orleans, you may already know this next New Year’s Eve superstition. At the stroke of midnight, it’s believed that eating a slice of delicious King Cake provides a diner with great fortune. 2023 could be potentially very lucrative if you discover the one gold coin placed in every King Cake.

A New Year’s Eve superstition that fuels wanderlust.

Of all the New Year’s Eve superstitions we’ve suggested, this one will likely raise the most eyebrows on NYE 2022. Yes, you may stand out at a New Year’s Eve party, but if you’re after a prosperous year of travel adventures, why not give it a try?

The key is to be carrying an empty suitcase as the clock strikes midnight. Your reward? A year blessed with multiple travel opportunities. So, if you’re hoping to see the world in 2023, unpack those bags and be sure to take them wherever you’re going this New Year’s Eve.

Here at Best Western® Hotels & Resorts, we hope all your New Year’s Eve superstitions come true for 2023. And if your empty suitcase brings a year of travel and adventure, we look forward to seeing you there!